Why are some Delta seats preferred?

With Preferred Seats, your flyers can select where they'd like to sit—aisle, exit row or window— near the front of the plane on fares booked in Q class or higher, at no extra cost. This is just one more complimentary perk your travelers receive simply by flying Delta.
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How do you get preferred seating on Delta?

Preferred seat assignments are free for these passengers.
  1. Passengers that have purchased full Y, B and M fares.
  2. Diamond Medallion.
  3. Platinum Medallion.
  4. Gold Medallion.
  5. Silver Medallion.
  6. Joint Venture Elite, SkyTeam Elite and Elite Plus partner members.
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What is the difference between Delta comfort and preferred seating?

Economy Comfort seats have up to 4 inches more legroom and up to 50% more recline on the JFK to/from SFO or LAX and ATL to/from HNL routes. Delta's Preferred seats – in the exit, bulkhead, front cabin aisle and window – are free for all Medallion, and Y/B fares.
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Do Delta preferred seats get priority boarding?

Both first class and Delta One ticket holders can choose any seat within their cabin for free. These spacious seats come with two free checked bags, premium snacks and meals, priority boarding, and a dedicated flight attendant.
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Do Delta preferred seats have more legroom?

Delta's basic preferred seat is called Delta Comfort Plus. In the front and exit rows in the standard economy cabin, these seats are the same as standard economy seats but have more legroom as well as overhead space dedicated to carry-on storage.
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Is preferred seating worth it?

Preferred seats don't receive any extra legroom, but they are in better locations of the Main Cabin that are closer to the front of the plane, allowing you to access your seat quicker when boarding and exit more quickly when getting off.
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What does it mean when a seat is preferred?

Preferred Seat means seats having more legroom or more knee space than normally offered such as bulkhead and exit seats. The available seat numbers and type vary depending on aircraft type.
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Are Delta preferred seats refundable?

Preferred seating purchases are nonrefundable unless the ticket is refunded or canceled prior to travel.
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Are Delta comfort seats worth it?

If you're flying within the U.S., Delta's premium economy class, Delta Comfort Plus, isn't a bad way to travel. You'll have more legroom, enjoy free alcohol and have access to a designated overhead compartment.
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Who gets Delta Sky Priority?

Access to and use of Delta SkyPriority® services are reserved for Delta One®, Delta Premium Select and First Class passengers, Diamond, Platinum and Gold Medallion® Members, and SkyTeam® Elite Plus members on all Delta and Delta Connection® flights. Benefits subject to change at any time. All SkyPriority® rules apply.
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What are the different seating classes on Delta?

Delta Airlines Seat Assignment

Delta offers six tiers of onboard service: Basic Economy, Main Cabin, Delta Comfort +, First Class, Delta Premium Select and Delta One. Delta seat selection is available to all passengers, with the exception of those flying its cheapest airfare, Basic Economy.
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What is the difference in Delta seating?

Once you're aboard, you'll have a seat that reclines up to 50% further than standard Main Cabin seats and offers up to four inches more legroom. Furthermore, Delta Comfort+ passengers are allocated dedicated overhead bin space so that they can keep their belongings conveniently close.
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Do you get free drinks in Delta comfort?

Delta Comfort+ and First Class customers will receive complimentary beer and wine service. Other beverages, including Coca-Cola mini cans, juices, and mixers will be available for First Class customers.
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Why are some Delta seats unavailable?

Although the seats selected were available when you started the assignment process, there is a chance a seat was assigned to another customer prior to the completion of your transaction. If seats are unavailable on the displayed seat map, you can obtain a seat assignment upon check-in.
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Can you choose seats on Delta main cabin?

Whether choosing to upgrade your seat to a premium cabin or selecting a different seat, you have the ability to choose an available seat that works for you and your travel companions.
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What is the difference between Delta comfort and premium economy?

Delta premium economy, branded as Delta Premium Select, is the airline's better-than-economy service on selected international flights. Unlike Delta Comfort+, which is an economy class seat with extra legroom, Delta Premium Select is a true international-grade premium economy experience in a separate cabin.
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What's the difference between Delta comfort and first class?

Delta Comfort+ vs First Class

While Delta Comfort+ seats are closer to the first class cabin and they offer amenities that are better than those offered in coach, they cost much less than first class fares. The seating and amenities in Comfort+ are better than coach, but fall short of a first class experience.
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Are seats wider in Delta comfort?

Economy Comfort seats are the same exact width as normal coach seats, except they have up to 4 inches more of legroom and 50% more recline. Additionally, you get complimentary spirits on international flights (beer and wine are already free) and zone 2 boarding.
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Why is my Delta flight not complimentary upgrade eligible?

Complimentary Upgrades are not available for selection by any passenger while onboard the aircraft regardless of Status or fare class. For Companion Upgrades, both passengers must be ticketed, and upgrades must be requested at least three hours before the scheduled departure of the flight.
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What is the difference between Delta Premium Select and Delta comfort?

Premium Select on the A339 offers 38 inches of pitch, compared to 34 in Comfort+ and just 31 to 33 inches in Main Cabin. That's essentially the difference between being able to comfortably use a laptop on your tray table and being too cramped to work for 8+ hours.
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What is the difference between Delta comfort and Delta Comfort Plus?

It's More Than Just A Flight. Find the upgraded experience you're looking for in Delta Comfort+®. In addition to up to 3” of extra legroom, Delta Comfort+ seating offers dedicated overhead bin space just for your items. With Delta Comfort+, you can stretch out, settle in and enjoy the ride.
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What's the difference between economy Plus and Preferred seat?

Economy Plus

They provide more legroom than regular economy seats and also offer free alcoholic beverages on premium transcontinental routes. These seats are more expensive than preferred seats.
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Are Delta exit row seats bigger?

You can find out on www.seatguru.com. I fly Delta a lot, and this is a good question because both have advantages. The Exit Row probably has more leg room, and if you get a seat that reclines, then the person in front of you can't recline their seat, giving you even more personal space.
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Where is the best place to sit on a plane?

Exit rows, aisle or window seats, and anywhere close to the front are typically considered the best seats on a plane. On a short business trip, you might want an aisle seat near the front of the plane so you can debark as quickly as possible on arrival.
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What do the stars mean on Delta seats?

The asterisk denotes "additional information," and tends to point out things such as limited recline; you should still be able to select those seats if they're not greyed out.
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